Closing Gallery Talk: Ralph Steadman: And Another Thing

Join Andrea Lee Harris, Ralph Steadman Exhibition Coordinator and Kevin Runyon, AU Museum Preparator, as they discuss the curation, design, and installation of Ralph Steadman: And Another Thing. This ambitious exhibition spans over 60 years of this legendary artist’s career.

Sadie Williams (Managing Director at Ralph Steadman Art Collection and Ralph Steadman’s daughter) and Andrea Harris had to choose from over 15,000 artworks in the Ralph Steadman Archive to provide a cohesive, informative, and thrilling overview of Ralph Steadman’s life and work. Find out what pieces made the final cut and why!, in a final gallery talk scheduled for

Friday, 2:00- 3:00pm

About the exhibition:

“Ralph Steadman’s art is visceral and alive; it rips from the heart and penetrates the psyche. It is not calming. It wakes you up, smacks you around a bit, and thrusts you into the world with open eyes. Ralph is not here to comfort us. He is a truth-teller with a pen mightier than the sword, a wickedly funny jester with no fear of the king.” – Tim Robbins

At 88 years young, with a creative journey spanning six decades, Ralph Steadman stands as the ultimate truth-teller. His exceptional instinct and humor, evident in his extensive work, not only explore the profound and intricate nature of the human condition but also inspire generations of artists. Whether wielding ink, acrylic, or pastels on any surface, Steadman sculpts one-of-a-kind visions while approaching each subject with unparalleled energy, vigor, and wit.

Renowned for his legendary collaboration with maverick Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson, this exhibition explores the extraordinary dynamics Steadman brings to any creative partnership. It features over 100 original artworks, including his work with Ceri Levy on the Gonzovation Trilogy, depicting extinct and endangered birds and animals, and his groundbreaking Psychogeography series with British journalist Will Self for the Independent newspaper.

This show promises an epic journey through Ralph Steadman's remarkable career. It will astonish die-hard fans and captivate those discovering his work for the first time. The American University Museum is proud to be the first to host this extraordinary touring exhibition in the US.

This event will be held in-person at the museum.

Limited seating. Extra walk-ins will be in standing room.

Please direct any questions about this event to the museum's main contact for this event, Patricia Edwine-Poku at [email protected].

Image: Ralph Steadman, Self-Poortrait – Don’t Draw Ralph! It’s a Filthy Habit…, 2006. Ink and collage on paper, 23.43 x 14.96 inches. Courtesy of the Ralph Steadman Art Collection.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States